The Minor Illness Manual Author:Gina Johnson, Ian Hill-Smith, Chris Ellis As the workload in general practice increases, many practices are expanding the role of the practice nurse, to include the management of minor illnesses: the "extras" or "emergencies" who request same-day appointments. This volume aims to demonstrate that a nurse-run "emergency clinic" is safe, liked by patients, and effective at reducing doctor... more »s' stress and locum costs. It offers a concise guide to each condition, with tables, charts and drug information.« less